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MozillaContract Software Engineer - WebCompat Tooling (Dashboards and Reporting), Firefox
Mozilla seeks a Contract Software Engineer to support the WebCompat team by developing and enhancing internal tooling, reporting dashboards, and automated screenshot pipelines used for prioritizing…
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Mozilla seeks a Contract Software Engineer to support the WebCompat team by developing and enhancing internal tooling, reporting dashboards, and automated screenshot pipelines used for prioritizing site breakage issues. This contract position is designed for a self-directed developer who wants to make the WebCompat program faster and more data-driven through robust automation and web services. The work centers on building reliable metrics and triage views while collaborating closely with team…
Job Description
Mozilla seeks a Contract Software Engineer to support the WebCompat team by developing and enhancing internal tooling, reporting dashboards, and automated screenshot pipelines used for prioritizing site breakage issues. This contract position is designed for a self-directed developer who wants to make the WebCompat program faster and more data-driven through robust automation and web services. The work centers on building reliable metrics and triage views while collaborating closely with team members, including QA, to translate operational requirements into functional code.
This role is ideal for a candidate with strong web development capabilities and a background in constructing data views and automation pipelines. Ideal applicants bring independent work habits and clear written communication skills. While the position focuses heavily on core engineering tasks, familiarity with specific workflows such as Bugzilla and machine learning concepts serves as an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Build and improve WebCompat dashboards for triage, reporting, and metrics
- Enhance the broken-site-report screenshot capture and pipeline
- Collaborate with the WebCompat team and QA to translate triage and reporting needs into reliable tooling
Requirements
- Solid web development background involving JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python, and Django
- Experience building dashboards and data views
- Comfort with automation, tooling, and web services
- Self-directed work style with strong written communication skills
Qualifications
- Familiarity with Bugzilla and WebCompat workflows
- Experience working with automation and screenshot pipelines
- Background in Machine Learning
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the employment type for this position?
This is a contract position.
What are the core technical skills required for this job?
Candidates must have solid web development experience using JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python, and Django, along with experience building dashboards and data views.
Is remote work or a specific location specified for this role?
The posting does not specify a location or remote status, stating only that the role is on-site.
What salary and benefits does Mozilla offer for this contract?
The salary and benefits are not specified in the job posting.
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